Lil Wayne’s long-anticipated Tha Carter VI has officially arrived, marking the return of one of hip-hop’s most celebrated series. Released at midnight on June 6, the 19-track album showcases Wayne’s lyrical agility and genre-bending ambition, reaffirming his position as a creative force.

Lil Wayne returns with "Tha Carter VI," a 19-track album featuring diverse collaborations with Andrea Bocelli, Bono, Wyclef Jean, and more.

During a recent episode of his self-titled podcast, Joe Budden expressed that he feels Lil Wayne isn't the same artist anymore, judging from his work on Tha Carter VI.